Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Great Division In English Masonry And The Later Histories Of The Grand Lodges Of England, Scotland And Ireland"" is written by Robert Freke Gould. The book is a comprehensive study of the division that occurred in the English Masonry in the 18th century and its aftermath. The author delves into the history of the Grand Lodges of England, Scotland, and Ireland and their development after the split. The book begins with an introduction to the origins of Masonry and its growth in England during the 17th and 18th centuries. It then goes on to discuss the events that led to the division of the English Masonry into two factions, the Antients and the Moderns, and how this affected the Masonic community in England. The author also provides a detailed account of the establishment of the Grand Lodges of Scotland and Ireland and their subsequent history.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the division and its impact on the Masonic community. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the various factors that led to the split and how it affected the Masonic lodges in England. He also discusses the differences between the Antients and the Moderns, their rituals, and their beliefs.In addition to the history of the Grand Lodges, the book also provides a detailed account of the various Masonic lodges and their activities during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author also discusses the role played by prominent Masons such as William Preston, John Desaguliers, and Laurence Dermott in the development of Masonry in England.Overall, ""The Great Division In English Masonry And The Later Histories Of The Grand Lodges Of England, Scotland And Ireland"" is a comprehensive study of the history of Masonry in England and its impact on the Masonic community. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Masonry or the development of fraternal organizations in the 18th and 19th centuries.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Concise History of Freemasonry, by Robert Freke Gould. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459470X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
